HistoryHidden gem

Bannack State Park

Dillon, Montana

Montana's first territorial capital, now a ghost town with over 50 original buildings.

Price
About US$8 per vehicle for out-of-state
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours
Sites
28

Dozens of 1860s buildings stand in a dry valley, many open to explore. Ghost Walks run in October and a campground sits just up the creek. It's one of the best ghost towns in the West.

Good to know

  • Ghost Walks in October need booking
  • Wander into the old buildings
  • Campground right by the town
Open
All year
Getting there
Paved then gravel road
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Fire pits
  • Toilets
  • Drinking water

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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